Welcome to Membership
We are delighted you are exploringMembership at Mount Vernon Unitarian Church
Whatever faiths you have known, if any,
you are welcome here.
Whomever you love,
you are welcome here.
Whatever your personal beliefs, and however you vote,
you are welcome here.
Whatever brings you through our doors to worship with us in community,
You Are Welcome At Mount Vernon Unitarian Church.
When you first attend Mount Vernon Unitarian Church, please check in at the Greetings Table.
• It is located just inside the entrance in the Commons.
• Pick up a name tag so others may know who you are!
• Sandy Peterson, Chair of our Visitors’ Committee, is often there to help you.
• Volunteers provide you with information, answer your questions and introduce you to other members.
• Child care is available and Religious Education (RE) classes are held for children of all ages from Kindergarten through high school.
• Meagan Henry directs our outstanding RE program. You can contact Meagan by e-mail at DRE@mvuc.org.
Path to Membership
We encourage those who are attending church often and who are seeking a deeper understanding of our religion and Mount Vernon Unitarian Church to attend a series of events. We recommend the following:
Meet and Greet Luncheons are generally held monthly on first Sundays of the month after the 11:15 a.m. service. Always check with someone at the Greetings Table to confirm the location.
Introduction to Mount Vernon Unitarian orientations are held quarterly to offer information about UU, the church grounds and programs.
Introduction to Membership Luncheons are held quarterly and are by invitation. They are hosted by Rev. Kate Walker, to discuss membership and its responsibilities.
Child care is available for all these events. Information about each of them appears regularly in our monthly newsletter and Weekly Bulletin inserts in the Sunday order of service.
When You Are Ready To Become A Member
When you have taken the recommended classes noted above and you feel ready to assume the responsibilities of membership, we will welcome you to sign our Membership Book. The Minister or a member of the Board of Trustees must be present.
These are the Criteria of Membership according to our Bylaws:
• Any person fifteen (15) years of age or older who is in sympathy with the church’s purpose and program may become a voting member by signing the membership book in the presence of a minister or a member of the Board.
• Members are expected, as they are able, to participate in the life of the church by attending church functions, serving the church community, and making an annual contribution of record to the operating fund. The contribution of record requirement may be waived by the Minister or Chair of the Board.
• Membership shall be open to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, or national origin.
To discuss your interest in joining, you are welcome to talk with our Minister, Rev. Kate Walker, although it is not a requirement. She may be contacted by e-mail at minister@mvuc.org. You may also talk with any member of our Board of Trustees or with Dianne Brown, Chair of the Membership Development Council.
As A New Member
After you have signed the Membership Book and become a member, you will be introduced to the Congregation and invited to the Annual New Members Dinner.
Introduction to the Congregation takes place twice a year. It is the opportunity for existing members to meet you as you are introduced by Sandy Peterson and welcomed by Rev. Kate Walker and the entire congregation.
New Members Dinner is by invitation and held annually to recognize those who have taken on the responsibilities of membership at MVUC during the last calendar year.
Questions? Please see anyone at the Greetings Table, where you will be helped.